Heliconia (Heliconia psittacorum), the Parrot’s Beak or Parrot Flower, is a compact, fast-spreading tropical that blooms almost year-round in South Florida with bright orange, red, and yellow bird-like flowers above glossy banana-like leaves. It is the easiest heliconia for home landscapes and a favorite for cut flowers.
Why Florida Customers Choose Us
Heliconia Breakdown
Appearance:
Slender upright stems with smooth, lance-shaped green leaves, topped by upright flower heads of waxy, boat-shaped bracts in orange, red-orange, or yellow with dark-tipped true flowers peeking out.
Spreads into a dense clump from underground rhizomes.
Growth Rate:
Fast.
Clumps expand quickly in warm, wet weather.
Size:
3–5 feet tall, spreading steadily wider over time.
Available in 3-gallon.
Sunlight Requirements:
Full sun to part shade.
Flowers most in sun; leaves stay a little larger in light shade.
Water Needs:
Moderate.
Evenly moist soil for the best bloom; established clumps tolerate short dry spells.
Soil Preferences:
Rich, moist, well-drained soil with organic matter; mulch well.
Maintenance:
Low.
Cut spent flower stems to the ground (each stem blooms once) and edge the bed to keep the clump where you want it. Feed 2–3 times a year.
Landscape Use:
Tropical accent, mass plantings, borders, poolside beds, cutting gardens, and containers.
Beautiful mixed with gingers and crotons.
Climate Tolerance:
USDA zones 10a–11.
Tops are burned by frost but the plant regrows from the rhizomes in spring.
Few plants give this much tropical color for this little effort — plant a clump of Parrot’s Beak and you will have flowers to cut most months of the year.
Florida Delivery Available
We have Heliconia ready to ship throughout Florida. Multiple sizes available with professional installation options. Order online or text/call 561-898-2028 for expert advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Plant & Care for Heliconia in Florida
Choose Sun + Spacing
Most Florida plants prefer full to partial sun. Check mature width and space accordingly so plants don’t crowd as they fill in.
Dig Wide, Not Deep
Dig a hole 2–3x wider than the container and slightly shallow. This encourages roots to spread outward into native soil.
Plant at Proper Height
Remove from the pot, loosen circling roots, and plant with the root ball level to slightly above grade.
Water to Establish
Water deeply right after planting. For the first 10–14 days, consistent moisture is critical—don’t let the root ball dry out.
Mulch + Light Maintenance
Apply 2–3 inches of mulch (keep off the stem). Once settled, light trimming encourages fuller growth.
Professional Installation Available: Not comfortable planting yourself? We offer expert installation services throughout Florida. Our team has 15+ years of experience ensuring your plants thrive. Call 561-898-2028 to add installation to your order.
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